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7/16/25, 9:40 AM In collaboration with Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports MBRF and UNDP to organise 4th edition of Youth Knowledge Forum in …
Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports, stated that Egypt’s role as the host of YKF’s fourth edition reflects the
country’s commitment to supporting and empowering youth, positioning them as a key pillar in building the New Republic,
under the leadership of H.E. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
He emphasized that YKF serves as a key dialogue platform for enhancing young people’s knowledge and skills, while
expanding their intellectual horizons in innovation, entrepreneurship, and the digital economy. He also praised the fruitful
partnership between MBRF and UNDP, which underscores the depth of Arab and international cooperation in youth
empowerment and human development.

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, highlighted that the fourth edition of YKF reflects MBRF’s longstanding
efforts to position the youth as key contributors to ensure a highly innovative and sustainable future.
He further stated: “Through this forum, we aim to foster a proactive culture aimed at enhancing the youths’ ability to address
future challenges. This can be achieved not only by providing them with the requisite tools, but also by inspiring them to
generate solutions and drive social change through the localization and application of knowledge. We are pleased to forge this
constructive collaboration with MOYS, further highlighting both entities shared commitment to driving the transition towards an
inclusive knowledge economy, one that opens new avenues for Arab youth to become leaders of development and pillars of
progress.”

“As the world rapidly transitions towards a knowledge-based economy, empowering youth and enhancing their knowledge and
skills has become an essential priority. Egyptian youth possess the ambition and innovation required to become key partners
in advancing the country’s development. In close partnership with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge
Foundation, through the Knowledge Project and UNDP’s programmes in Egypt, we remain committed to supporting initiatives
that strengthen youth capacities and expand their horizons,” said Mr. Ghimar Deeb, Acting Resident Representative of the
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Egypt. “Through a range of initiatives, UNDP Egypt equips young people
with critical skills in areas such as digital transformation, entrepreneurship, and the green economy, ensuring their active and
meaningful contribution to sustainable development.”

YKF’s agenda will feature a rich lineup of impactful panel discussions and interactive dialogues on key topics related to public
and development policies in the age of the knowledge economy. It will also explore ways to foster strategic cooperation and
integration between governments and international institutions in this field, while addressing the growing challenges of
misinformation in the digital age and the powerful role of digital media in raising awareness among Generation Alpha. In
addition, the event will delve into entrepreneurship and obstacles faced by startups, showcasing inspiring success stories of
young entrepreneurs from Egypt and the wider Arab world.

Furthermore, discussions will be held on human capital development amid ongoing digital transformation, exploring key
themes such as reforming educational systems, enhancing digital and entrepreneurial skills, integrating formal and informal
learning, and shifting the focus from traditional education to lifelong learning. It will also highlight the growing impact of AI on
the job market and the knowledge economy, while also addressing ethical AI practices in modern societies. Other topics will
focus on the role of arts in development, the current state of entrepreneurship in Egypt and the region, entrepreneurs’ success
stories, and mechanisms to empower startups to become more sustainable and innovative.

YKF will conclude with a youth open dialogue, providing a platform for them to share the challenges they face and their
aspirations for the future. This will serve as a safe space for the youth to share their ideas, catalyzing the creation of a
knowledge-based Arab society grounded in the energy and potential of its youth. It will further reinforce a culture of dialogue,
openness and lifelong learning, reflecting both parties’ commitment to strengthening knowledge cooperation among Arab
nations, while presenting an effective model for youth empowerment as well as creating a positive impact across all sectors
and shaping a prosperous and progressive future.

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